Amsterdam: Dark History and Ghosts Walking Tour
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Explore the dark and hidden histories of Amsterdam on a walking tour. Hear stories of ghosts, torture, and executions as you uncover the city's past.
Highlights
- Feel the chills as you uncover the dark and hidden histories of Amsterdam
- Explore the city center and hear stories of ghosts, torture, and executions
- Learn about the structures behind the hauntings and the trauma they caused
- Discover the less-than-pretty stories that are essential to understanding
- End your tour near Rembrandtplein, a busy square for food and drinks
Description
Meet your guide at Nieuwmarkt, a public square easily accessible by metro. Set off on a journey through the dark and hidden histories of Amsterdam’s nearly 800-year-old city center.
Listen to stories that don’t always make it into the mainstream, like those involving torture, executions, and hauntings. Learn about the structures behind these events that allow their existence to be felt, but not seen.
Hear about the historical trauma of Amsterdam through ethical storytelling and dedicated research. Discover the less conventional side of Amsterdam’s history, catering to ghost lovers, alternative history aficionados, and discoverers of the unknown.
End your tour near Rembrandtplein, a perfect spot for a post-tour refreshment.
Includes
Guided walking tour
Visit to 10 locations
Historical storytelling
Important Information
- Tours begin at Nieuwmarkt and end at the Tuschinski Theater near Rembrandtplein
The tour duration is around 90 minutes
Bringing a bottle of water is advised
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund